The nurse is working on a hospital committee focused on preventing back injury in nurses.Which recommendation by this committee is most likely to result in a decrease in back injuries if followed?

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No solo lifting of clients is the best recommendation as it eliminates the risk of a nurse lifting a heavier patient on their own, which can result in back injury. Use of back belts has not been proven effective and may give a false sense of security. Annual body mechanics education and striving for physical fitness are important but do not necessarily address the specific issue of back injuries from lifting patients.

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